Archive - 27 May 2023

State polls: Bersatu candidates from party's wings - Ahmad Faizal

State polls: Bersatu candidates from party's wings - Ahmad Faizal

We have yet to set a specific percentage, he says.
Mt Everest climber Awang Askandar laid to rest in Sabah

Mt Everest climber Awang Askandar laid to rest in Sabah

His remains were brought to his family's residence in Papar.
Sarawak proposes construction of Trans-Borneo railway

Sarawak proposes construction of Trans-Borneo railway

Proposal has been submitted to Transport Ministry.
Man who opened Asiana plane door in mid-air tells cops he was 'uncomfortable'

Man who opened Asiana plane door in mid-air tells cops he was 'uncomfortable'

He 'wanted to get off the plane quickly'.
Fahmi: PM to make announcements on media industry direction

Fahmi: PM to make announcements on media industry direction

Anwar to deliver keynote address at National Journalists’ Day celebration tomorrow.
Major HK democratic party disbands amid China security clampdown

Major HK democratic party disbands amid China security clampdown

All but one of the party's remaining members voted to disband.
MB: Another illegal rare earth mining operation discovered in Jelebu

MB: Another illegal rare earth mining operation discovered in Jelebu

It's located in the agricultural area in Sungai Muntoh, Titi.
Man arrested over RM24.8m stolen from K'tan development body

Man arrested over RM24.8m stolen from K'tan development body

He is accused of transferring the money to a company he owns.
Boustead bailout: No choice as ongoing projects must be completed - PM

Boustead bailout: No choice as ongoing projects must be completed - PM

UPDATED 6.41PM | Govt had spent RM6b on LCS, says Anwar.
I don’t speak without proof, Anwar doubles down on ‘gambling fund’ claim

I don’t speak without proof, Anwar doubles down on ‘gambling fund’ claim

UPDATED 6.49PM | This comes after PN leaders demanded PM's apology over the allegation.
Former N Sembilan MB Isa Samad rejoins Umno

Former N Sembilan MB Isa Samad rejoins Umno

He is now a member of Bagan Pinang Umno. 
Hadi: Former Umno members joining PAS in droves

Hadi: Former Umno members joining PAS in droves

UPDATED 6.31PM | Not sure how many new members, but expect more, says party leader.
MOE to discuss raising salaries of teachers with higher qualification

MOE to discuss raising salaries of teachers with higher qualification

We take the proposal seriously, Fadhlina says. 
‘Withdraw 'unjust' appeal against court order granting citizenship to child'

‘Withdraw 'unjust' appeal against court order granting citizenship to child'

Government not serious in addressing statelessness despite talk, LFL says. 
COMMENT | Drug policy reforms: Govt moving in right direction

COMMENT | Drug policy reforms: Govt moving in right direction

Kudos to govt for taking science and evidence-based approach. 
Govt launches theme for National, Malaysia Day celebration

Govt launches theme for National, Malaysia Day celebration

UPDATED 2.04PM | Fahmi says theme is in line with government's commitment to country.
Ezam to contest in Klang for upcoming state polls

Ezam to contest in Klang for upcoming state polls

The veteran politician will contest under Parti Rakyat Malaysia's banner.
Aziz Bari rubbishes Peja’s claims of attempting to oust latter

Aziz Bari rubbishes Peja’s claims of attempting to oust latter

Guan Eng and Nga told me to support state administration, he says. 
Rapid Bus, DBKL to launch tidal-flow lanes in Ampang Corridor on July 3

Rapid Bus, DBKL to launch tidal-flow lanes in Ampang Corridor on July 3

System designed to prevent buses from getting caught in traffic jams.
Imran Khan calls for talks amidst stand-off with military

Imran Khan calls for talks amidst stand-off with military

Khan remains popular among masses despite crackdown by govt. 
COMMENT | KJ conundrum - reinvented messiah or opportunist?

COMMENT | KJ conundrum - reinvented messiah or opportunist?

Will he spearhead change or perpetuate destructive divisive politics? 

MyAirline apologises over safety belt row

MyAirline apologises over safety belt row

‘We will take corrective measures, subject to probe.’
LETTER | Diversifying water sources: Open letter to PM

LETTER | Diversifying water sources: Open letter to PM

Consider atmospheric water generation technology to safeguard nation’s water supply. 
LETTER | Who says govt hasn't got the numbers?

LETTER | Who says govt hasn't got the numbers?

Recent govt bills show Dewan Rakyat support still strong.
'Peja trying to rewrite history by denying Sheraton Move, blaming DAP'

'Peja trying to rewrite history by denying Sheraton Move, blaming DAP'

Show proof DAP leaders tried to oust Dr M, Kit Siang says. 
Prove Muhyiddin's 80pct support claim wrong, Guan Eng urges Penang govt

Prove Muhyiddin's 80pct support claim wrong, Guan Eng urges Penang govt

Do not take upcoming state polls lightly, DAP leader says.
Anwar will be a ‘giant killer’ only once – Peja quips

Anwar will be a ‘giant killer’ only once – Peja quips

Bersatu leader also believes Anwar would not contest in Tambun for GE16. 

Umno accepts Ahmad Maslan’s explanation on DAP remarks

Umno accepts Ahmad Maslan’s explanation on DAP remarks

He was talking about supporting unity govt candidates, Puad says. 
Pfizer, Moderna hit with new Alnylam patent lawsuits over Covid-19 vaccines

Pfizer, Moderna hit with new Alnylam patent lawsuits over Covid-19 vaccines

It alleges both companies of violating patent rights in lipid nanoparticle (LNP) technology.
Recent currency depreciation not limited to ringgit alone - Bank Negara

Recent currency depreciation not limited to ringgit alone - Bank Negara

There is increased demand of safe-haven assets due to global headwinds.
LETTER | PPPA must be reviewed following Swatch raid

LETTER | PPPA must be reviewed following Swatch raid

The law's broad definitions are clearly open to abuse.
Nik Nazmi to lead delegation to discuss impact of El-Nino, haze in S'pore

Nik Nazmi to lead delegation to discuss impact of El-Nino, haze in S'pore

El Nino expected to occur in second half of 2023.
Swatch CEO: PM misinformed, 'LGBT' not on watch dials

Swatch CEO: PM misinformed, 'LGBT' not on watch dials

Colours meant to represent different meanings in each hue, he says.
YOURSAY | Peja, hauling up corrupt leaders will reduce food prices

YOURSAY | Peja, hauling up corrupt leaders will reduce food prices

'Is it too complicated for a senior politician to understand it?
COMMENT | Henry Kissinger is 100 today

COMMENT | Henry Kissinger is 100 today

Nary a caveat to the encomiums greeting the statesman on his centenary.